Govt further cuts wheat stock limits, bans onion exports until March 2024
On Friday, the all-India daily average retail price of wheat was Rs 30.96/kg, 1.18% higher than last year’s Rs 30.6/kg.
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On Friday, the all-India daily average retail price of wheat was Rs 30.96/kg, 1.18% higher than last year’s Rs 30.6/kg.
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The MSPs for other rabi crops -- barley, gram, lentil (masur), rapeseed & mustard, and safflower -- have been increased in the range of 2.65 per cent to 7.08 per cent.
Giving a break-up of the stock limit, the ministry said it will be 2,000 MT for traders/wholesalers; 10 MT for each big chain retailer outlet; and 2,000 MT at “all their depots”.
The move is significant as wheat and rice prices rise despite government measures and after the Centre's bid to sell rice through e-auctions received lukewarm market response.